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Santa Fe County: Premier Destination for Skiing, Snow Adventures, and Luxurious Spas

Gorgeous snow-capped peaks dominate the landscape around Santa Fe, transforming the area into a winter paradise. Ski Santa Fe offers high-altitude thrills with abundant sunshine and reliable powder. Beyond skiing and snowboarding, explore well-groomed trails perfect for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and sledding—endless reasons to embrace the great outdoors this winter.

Ski Santa Fe

Santa Fe County: Premier Destination for Skiing, Snow Adventures, and Luxurious Spas

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Nothing compares to the thrill of descending through the pristine peaks of the Southwest. Ski Santa Fe, at the southern end of the Rocky Mountains, delivers some of the nation's highest-elevation skiing and snowboarding. The basin features a 12,075 ft. summit, 1,725 ft. vertical drop, and an average of 225 inches of annual snowfall—the perfect blend of snow and sun.

Santa Fe County: Premier Destination for Skiing, Snow Adventures, and Luxurious Spas

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Ski Santa Fe caters to all levels with runs ranging from gentle and secluded to long, steep, and exhilarating. Beginners hit the bunny slope, while experts tackle challenging terrain. Families appreciate Chipmunk Corner, a dedicated youth center with expert instruction. Refuel mid-mountain at Totemoff Bar and Grill with green chile stew and local brews.

Cross-Country Skiing

Santa Fe County: Premier Destination for Skiing, Snow Adventures, and Luxurious Spas

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Discover groomed trails and rugged backcountry routes in the Santa Fe National Forest. Cross-country skiing offers a rhythmic, full-body workout amid serene natural beauty. The flagship Norski Trail, near the Ski Basin at 10,000 feet, is moderately level, groomed for all skill levels, and provides stunning ridge-top views.

Snowshoeing

Hundreds of miles of trails in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains open to snowshoers. If you can hike, you can snowshoe. Try the scenic six-mile Aspen Vista loop through aspens and spruces, or challenge yourself on the Winsor Trail to Santa Fe Baldy. Santa Fe Walkabouts provides guided tours with equipment, from easy to advanced.

Ten Thousand Waves Spa

Santa Fe County: Premier Destination for Skiing, Snow Adventures, and Luxurious Spas

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After winter adventures, unwind at Ten Thousand Waves Spa, just downhill from Ski Santa Fe. Nestled in piñon and juniper trees, this Japanese-inspired retreat offers serene soaks, massages, and full spa experiences unmatched in North America.

Combine skiing and spa time with Santa Fe's top restaurants and galleries. Order the 2017 Santa Fe travel guide and check Deals and Specials.

This article was produced in partnership with TOURISM Santa Fe and Santa Fe County.

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